The Clinician's Corner

In this episode of the IRH Clinician's Corner, guest host (and IRH practitioner) Kristin Whitaker sits down with Laurie Hammer, a functional nutrition therapist and founder of the Calm Mom Academy, as well as the creator of Mind Thrive, a practitioner training program specializing in targeted amino acid therapy. Laurie shares her experience working with clients and practitioners to restore cognitive function, emotional stability, and resilience through targeted amino acid therapy, including how it can calm chaos, resolve cravings, and transform mood in real time.   In this interview, we discuss:   The philosophy and approach to amino acid therapy The five primary areas of amino acid deficiency and how to assess them How to apply amino acid therapy in mental health and trauma cases Laurie's practitioner training and education on amino acid therapy Practical tips for reducing stress and building resilience Supplement recommendations and access The Clinician's Corner is brought to you by the Institute of Restorative Health. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofrestorativehealth/   Connect with Laurie Hammer: Website: https://www.lauriehammer.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/takebackmybrain/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/takebackmybrain  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@takebackmybrain9073  Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-back-my-brain/id1684847484 spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2yYNVnRQtakHbIjTK8nQVJ Take my quick Craving Crusher quiz: https://laurie-s09arvqf.scoreapp.com/   Timestamps:  00:00 "Laurie Hammer: Brain Health Insights" 05:23 "Amino Acids for Healing First" 09:19 Amino Acids: Foundational for Healing 12:38 Healing Requires a Balanced Brain 14:17 "Amino Acids for Life's Stress" 17:50 Healing Through Emotional Growth 36:04 "Helping Neurodiverse Teen Struggles" 38:53 "Master Clinical Skills, Transform Lives" 48:31 "Nutrition Advice and Challenges" 53:26 "Mind Thrive: Brain Health Course" 58:04 "Clinician's Corner: Join & Share" Speaker bio:    Laurie Hammer, FNTP, is a Functional Nutritional Therapist and founder of Mind Thrive™, a practitioner training program focused on targeted amino acid therapy for brain health. After overcoming her own neurological and emotional health challenges, Laurie has dedicated over a decade to helping clinicians and clients restore cognitive function, emotional stability, and long-term brain resilience through nutrient-based interventions. She specializes in amino acid therapy, neuro detoxification, and gut–brain optimization to improve mood, memory, clarity, and healthy aging.  Keywords:  functional health, clinician's skills, chronic disease reversal, amino acid therapy, brain health, emotional stability, cognitive function, nutrient-based interventions, serotonin deficiency, gaba, catecholamines, neurotransmitter imbalance, gut-brain connection, neurodetoxification, adrenal fatigue, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, targeted supplementation, mood regulation, client compliance, amino acid deficiency, sleep, protein intake, stress reduction, practitioner training, root cause methodology, holistic health, supplement dosing, mental focus, microbiome optimization Disclaimer: The views expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series are those of the individual speakers and interviewees, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Institute of Restorative Health, LLC. The Institute of Restorative Health, LLC does not specifically endorse or approve of any of the information or opinions expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series. The information and opinions expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. If you have any medical concerns, please consult with a qualified healthcare professional. The Institute of Restorative Health, LLC is not liable for any damages or injuries that may result from the use of the information or opinions expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series. By viewing or listening to this information, you agree to hold the Institute of Restorative Health, LLC harmless from any and all claims, demands, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with your participation. Thank you for your understanding.